Geotechnical Staff Engineer at Intertek

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering, Field Exploration, Drilling, Piezometer Installation, In-Situ Testing, Engineering Analyses, Geotechnical Reports, Laboratory Tests, Client Relationships, Project Plans, Budgeting, Scheduling, Proposal Preparation, Observation, Sample Collection, Engineering Software

Industry

International Trade and Development

Description

Geotechnical Staff Engineer – Houston, Texas Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Geotechnical Staff Engineer to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Houston, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. What are we looking for? The Geotechnical Staff Engineer is responsible for performing a variety of geotechnical assignments that include independent evaluations using standard techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment to make minor adoptions and modifications to these standards. Salary & Benefits Information In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. What you’ll do: Prepare the onsite field exploration program to include drilling, piezometer installation and monitoring, performing insitu testing (i.e. Cone Penetration Testing, Pressuremeter Testing, Field Vane Shear Testing, etc.) Assign laboratory tests, perform engineering analyses and assist in preparing geotechnical engineering reports Assist geotechnical laboratory to run specialty tests, as required Prepare proposals to provide professional services and review recommendations with Principal Consultant May perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests both in the field and laboratory occasionally Review project plans and specifications prepared by others Prepare scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments; may assign work to others Attend client site meetings, maintain and leverage client relationships and develop new project opportunities This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties. Minimum Requirements & Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited/ABET school required EIT certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months of date of employment preferred Must have sufficient courses in Geotechnical field of study Willing to travel up to 40% of time, as needed The ability to read and understand work plans Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed Preferred Requirements & Qualifications: Master's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited/ABET school is preferred 1 years’ experience in geotechnical engineering preferred Knowledge and experience in engineering software (SLIDE, Settle3, SHAFT, APILE, LPILE, GROUP, and MSEW) Intertek: Total Quality. Assured. Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth. Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening. We Value Diversity Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department. #LI-DW1 CA-DW *Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.

Responsibilities

The Geotechnical Staff Engineer is responsible for performing various geotechnical assignments, including field exploration and testing. They will also assist in preparing geotechnical engineering reports and maintain client relationships.